What phytoplankton physiology has to do with global climate

Marine phytoplankton of the diatom group: The plant organisms that make up phytoplankton can only be seen under a microscope. Credit: Annegret Stuhr/GEOMAR

Phytoplankton, tiny photosynthetic organisms in the ocean, play a crucial role in the global carbon cycle and influence Earth’s climate. A new study reveals how variations in the physiology of phytoplankton, particularly regarding nutrient uptake, can impact the chemical composition of the ocean and even the atmosphere. This suggests that…

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